Boxing Day falls on Friday, December 26, 2025, and while many services remain closed, most retail and shopping destinations across Oshawa, Whitby, Pickering, Ajax, and Clarington will be open. Here’s a breakdown to help residents plan their day.
OPEN
- Most retail stores
- Many grocery stores, though hours may be reduced (call ahead to confirm)
- Shopping malls, including:
- Pickering Town Centre: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Oshawa Centre: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Many restaurants across Durham Region (hours may vary)
- Drug stores, convenience stores, and most coffee shops
- Select Beer Store locations open from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., including:
- 75 Kingston Rd., Ajax
- 195 King St. E., Bowmanville
- 705 Kingston Rd., Pickering
- 3950 Brock St. N., Whitby
- 200 Ritson Rd. N., Oshawa
- Most cannabis stores
- Some breweries, operating on reduced hours (call ahead)
- Costco locations
- Loblaws locations
CLOSED
- Banks
- Canada Post (no mail pickup or delivery)
- Government offices and buildings
- Community centres
- Libraries
- All LCBO locations
TRANSIT
- GO Transit trains and buses will operate on a Saturday schedule
- Durham Region Transit (DRT) Pulse buses will also run on a Saturday schedule
GARBAGE & RECYCLING
- Garbage, blue box, and recycling collection will be shifted one day later
- Waste transfer stations will be closed for most of the holiday period
Residents are encouraged to check directly with businesses and service providers, as hours may vary on Boxing Day.
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